iRobot 89098RX Users Manual

Gutter Cleaning Robot

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Welcome

Dear iRobot® LoojTM Owner,

Welcome to the world of iRobot. As an owner of the iRobot Looj Gutter Cleaning Robot, you join a growing group of people around the globe who, like you, are discovering an easier way to clean their gutters.

The use of practical robots that help you in and around your home is a new reality. We encourage you to share your feedback as we continue to develop new and groundbreaking robots. Here’s what you can do to participate in our efforts:

•Communicate with us if you have questions, comments or require support. Contact us at www.irobot.com.

•Register online at www.irobot.com/register or by mail (see included card). You’ll be among the first to hear about our newest robots, product enhancements, and special offers.

Thank you for joining the robot revolution. We look forward to your valued input as we continue to deliver groundbreaking products that will change and improve your world.

On behalf of the entire iRobot team,

Colin Angle

Co-Founder and CEO

iRobot Corporation

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Important Tips

Before you use Looj, please read “Important Safety Instructions” on pages 20 and 21.

For Best Performance

•Charge the battery for 15 hours prior to using. For optimum battery life, do not store on charger for more than several days.

•For long-term storage, keep Looj in a cool, dry place and remove the batteries from the robot and handle. Do not keep the battery plugged into the charger during storage.

•Clean Looj after each use.

•To avoid overspill and sludge accumulation, clean your gutters at least once per season. Clean regularly in areas where heavy debris is collected.

•For the densest clogs, reverse Looj, allow it to eject debris over gutter, and drive it forward. Repeat this process until the clog is cleared.

•Use fresh AAA batteries in the remote control handle for maximum range.

If Looj’s auger stops spinning and produces a loud clicking sound, the clutch is slipping. Reverse Looj to avoid damaging the clutch.

To see helpful operating and maintenance videos of Looj, please visit our website: www.irobot.com

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Table of Contents
Anatomy...........................................................................	6
Product Description.........................................................	7
Charging and Installing the Battery..................................	8
The Remote Control Handle ...........................................	10
Attaching and Removing the Auger.................................	11
Using iRobot Looj ...........................................................	13
Maintenance ...................................................................	16
Troubleshooting...............................................................	17
iRobot Customer Care.....................................................	19
Important Safety Instructions ..........................................	20
Limited Warranty..............................................................	22

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iRobot® Looj™ Anatomy

CAUTION: Never operate Looj without first attaching the auger to the drive shaft

Robot	Power Light
	Power Switch	Belt Clip Hook
Treads

			Wheel
	Auger	Remote Control Handle
	Ejectors	Remote	Auger Spin Direction
	Sweepers	Transmission
	Disrupters	Light	Robot Movement
			Remote Power

Flexible Piece

Trigger

Battery Charger

Belt Clip

Robot Hook

CAUTION: Never wear the Looj belt clip and robot in the front of your body. The belt clip must be worn on your side or behind you to avoid the robot

7.2V Rechargeable Battery being knocked off the clip while walking or climbing.

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Product Description

iRobot Looj is a powerful robot designed to clean gutters. Looj eliminates multiple climbs up and down the ladder. No more moving the ladder every six feet, or overreaching at dangerous heights. Looj has a number of features designed to make gutter cleaning simple and easy. Looj’s ergonomic handle detaches for wireless control of the robot. The included belt clip lets you keep two hands on the ladder as you climb.

Cleaning Power: The robot uses a flexible three-stage auger to remove clogs, lift out the debris, and brush your gutters clean. Spinning at 500 RPM, the high speed auger disrupts, lifts, and tosses debris out of your gutters.

Remote Control Convenience: The remote control gives you complete forward and backward control of the robot. You can also control the spin direction of the auger to make sure that gutter debris is tossed in the correct direction, away from the roof.

iRobot Looj works in most standard gutters with straps or ties mounted at least 2¼” above the bottom trough. Looj is compatible with standard K-style gutters.

Tip: Remove items such as baseballs, large rocks, and tree branches by hand. Attempting to force Looj through solid debris could damage the robot.

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Charging and Installing the Battery

Before you use Looj, charge the included 7.2V battery for 15 hours.

Partially used and fully used batteries should also be charged for 15 hours.

Do not leave Looj’s battery plugged into the charger for more than several days, as it may reduce the battery life.

Looj batteries are designed to power

Looj through 150 linear feet of gutter on a single charge, including the time to drive Looj back and forth during cleaning.

For long term storage, remove the battery from the robot, fully charge the battery and store it in a cool, dry place.

To install battery:

1. Depress the tab on the left side of the battery compartment. Open the door.

2. Connect the battery cord inside the robot’s battery compartment.

3. Slide the battery into the battery compartment, wireless end first. Tuck extra wire into battery compartment.

The wire cord will fit on the right side.

4.If used, wipe battery compartment door clean to ensure a proper seal.

5.Close door until it clicks.

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